Thread Rating:
  • 0 Vote(s) - 0 Average
  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5

Stupid little problem
#1

I've seen a few references in here to this issue. Any quick, cheap, and/or simple fixes to the lame, broken, plastic glove box hinges?

I love this car, so I want to keep it in the best shape possible. It's a little thing, but it matters.
Partial Post: Please Login or Register to read the full post.
Reply
#2

Grasshopper, there is an easy, cheap and quick fix indeed!!!!!!!



Call:



Zimz

800/356-2964



Zimz has a "kit" which has two new steel arms for about $25 bucks; and includes directions.



A screwdriver and a half an hour and you are fixed.



If you want a "factory" look, paint the new steel arms matte black for a nice matching finish.



Excellence has an article on this about 4-6 issues ago, if you want to read up on the subject.



However, call Zimz in the meantime and get your quick fix kit on the way. Maybe even pick up a can of matte black spray paint while the kit is in transit and you're good to go.



Porsche
Partial Post: Please Login or Register to read the full post.
Reply
#3

Perfect!

Thanks for the help
Partial Post: Please Login or Register to read the full post.
Reply
#4

It's gone up in price: http://www.allzim.com/acatalog/Glove_Box_D...t__944_968.html



Paragon Products (our sponsor) also carries them: http://www.paragon-products.com/product_p/jbab.htm
Partial Post: Please Login or Register to read the full post.
Reply
#5

There is a nice DIY writeup on this problem as well: Glove Box Repair Instructions. It worked perfect for me!
Partial Post: Please Login or Register to read the full post.
Reply
#6

Had the same problem. Went to a DIY store, bought 2 metal hinges for $2, screwed them in carefully and painted it black.

To me it actually looks better than the original and never ever broke again (3 years now).
Partial Post: Please Login or Register to read the full post.
Reply
#7

I used the DIY to make mine out of maple instead of metal! Love it, works great!
Partial Post: Please Login or Register to read the full post.

Michael Sorbera

aka San Antonio Silver Bullet

2002 VW Beetle TDI

2004 Nissan Titan Crew Cab

2004 Cherokee 33ft Travel Trailer

1990 Mercury Grand Marquis

1993 Amazon Green 968 Coupe (sold)

2002 Speed-Yellow Boxster (sold)

1987 Slate Grey 944 Turbo (sold)

1987 Guards Red 944 (first Porsche - sold)
Reply


Possibly Related Threads…
Thread / Author Replies Views Last Post
Last Post by clivehuggins
11-21-2011, 12:05 AM

Forum Jump:


Users browsing this thread: 1 Guest(s)